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I went through a complete overhaul of my beauty products this year. I threw out somethings. And I'm sure that you have stuff in your bathrooms or vanities that are sitting past their expiration date. Below is a friendly reminder for you to go through your potions and goop.

Definitely toss any products if

it smells funny, strange, putrid

it changed color since you first bought it

its consistency has changed. if it has settled or separated into layers when it shouldn't

Research shows that there is an actual connection between your mind and body. If you continue to reaffirm your goals, you have the capacity to rewire your brain into achieving what you actually desire. Maybe it works. Maybe it doesn't, but it doesn't hurt to think positively. Look forward to this year. Do you remember what goals you set?

I guess my approach to Makeup Mondays is to present what makeup/face products I would consider essential first. Last week, I talked about chapstick.

The first thing is sunblock. You don't need to be fancy about it. I've been using this Neutrogena one for years. It's not greasy. It doesn't turn your skin a weird grayish color. And it's under $10. Aging is hard enough as it is, so protect your skin. Use sunblock. Just do it.

I've always wanted a mentor or role model but I've never acted like one for anyone. All right, maybe once I was but besides the age thing, I saw her as a peer. I never felt like I was imparting great wisdom onto her.

"We are a species that needs and wants to understand who we are. Sheep lice do not seem to share this longing, which is one reason why they write so little."

- Anne Lamott

You are so right Anne Lamott. That is exactly the reason why I write. My friends can confirm that I read a lot and am inquisitive by nature. Yet, I still feel like I have so much to learn. And in spite of all my reading, I don't understand why I sometimes act as foolishly as I do. This struggle for understanding isn't a new endeavor either. We've been trying to find meaning since Aristotle.

I started it January 1st and I've been consistently reading it, following the prompts, and answering questions. It has helped me start the day on the right foot by being more mindful. I'll pick out the most enlightening or helpful post and share here on (Thoughtful) Thursday. Positive vibes for one and all!

This year I vowed to indulge my imagination. I don't know what that will entail exactly because I'm interested in various things from art, literature, movies, makeup, and anything that sparkles. sun over eden will be a place where i share about any of the above. It's a place where I put aside my fears and embrace creativity and positivity. Dabble with me. We're in eden.